11/02/1992 City CouncilEDMONDS CITY COUNCIL APPROVED MINUTES
November 2, 1992
THESE MINUTES WERE APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL ON NOVEMBER 10, 1992
SPECIAL MONDAY MEETING DUE TO GENERAL ELECTION ON TUESDAY
The regular meeting of the Edmonds City Council was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Laura
Hall at the Library Plaza Room, 650 Main St., Edmonds. The City Council meeting was preceded.by a
flag salute.
PRESENT
Laura Hall, Mayor
Jeff Palmer, Council President
Steve Dwyer, Councilmember
Dave Earling, Councilmember
Michael W. Hall, Councilmember
William Kasper, Councilmember
John Nordquist, Councilmember
Tom Petruzzi, Councilmember
Councilmember Hall arrived at 7:02 p.m.
Councilmember Dwyer arrived at 7:04 p.m.
STAFF
Art Housler, Admin Serv. Director
Brent Hunter, Personnel Manager
Bob Alberts, City Engineer
Noel Miller, P.W. Supt.
Rob Chave, Planning Manager
Scott Snyder, City Attorney
Rhonda March, City Clerk
Barb Mehlert, Recorder
Councilmember Nordquist arrived at 7:25 p.m., due to an extended meeting with the Snohomish
Health District, in which he is the City's representative.
CONSENT AGENDA.
Council President Palmer removed Item (C) from the Consent Agenda. COUNCILMEMBER PETRUZZI MOVED,
SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER HALL, FOR APPROVAL OF THE BALANCE OF THE CONSENT AGENDA. MOTION CAR-
RIED. The approved items are as follows:
(A) ROLL CALL
(B) APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF OCTOBER 27, 1992
(D) ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES FROM EDITH J. BOITANO ($1,646.00), JANET M. STOVER
($75.00) AND HARVEY P. MADDOX ($306.11)
(E) ACCEPTANCE OF UTILITY EASEMENTS IN CONJUNCTION WITH L.I.D. 213 SANITARY SEWER PROJECT.
(F) ACCEPTANCE OF QUIT CLAIM DEED FOR RIGHT-OF-WAY DEDICATION FROM EDMONDS BUILDING CO. AT 8514
218TH ST. S.W.
(G) REJECTION OF BIDS OPENED OCTOBER 5, 1992, FOR SEWER TV VAN AND AUTHORIZATION TO REBID.
APPROVAL OF CLAIMS WARRANTS FOR WEEK OF OCTOBER 26, 1992 (Item (B) on the Consent Agenda
COUNCIL PRESIDENT PALMER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER KASPER, FOR APPROVAL OF THE CLAIMS
WARRANTS FOR WEEK OF OCTOBER 26, 1992, WITH THE EXCEPTION OF WARRANT.00925227. MOTION CARRIED.
Council President Palmer requested additional information on Warrant 00925227, and directed the
City Clerk to place that particular warrant on the November 10 Consent Agenda, which would allow
him time to receive the necessary information.
AUDIENCE
Eugene Novell, 544 Seamont Lane, addressed the Mayor and Council regarding problems associated
with his water sprinkler. Mr. Hovell said he went through the necessary permit process, and said
he has been receiving letters from the City threatening to turn off his water if he does not
,�J comply with certain inspections. Mr. Novell feels he has done everything necessary and said many
04ILl " people do not even go to the trouble of applying for a permit. Mayor Hall asked Mr. Novell to
L contact her office so they may meet in greater length to discuss the problem.
HEARING AND ADOPTION OF PROPOSED RECYCLING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT FOR MULTI -FAMILY RESIDENCES (re-
ferred from August 4, 1992
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C `IC�iI Steve Fisher, Recycling Coordinator, said Ordinance #2775, passed May 1990, stipulated that gar-
bage, recycling and yard debris services were to be incorporated into a single fee for each cate-
gory of housing (single-family and multi -family residences). As planned, this fee structure is
encouraging waste -stream diversion for the single-family residences. The agenda memo dated April
3,1990, accompanying that ordinance, stated that the proposed ordinance "recognizes the difficul-
ty of dealing with multi -family and commercial customers". There is also a provision for these
customer classes to work with the haulers and develop some alternatives over the next year.
The difficulty of the three -service single fee for the multi -family dwellings is due to the inclu-
sion of the yard_ debris component. Many multi -family units have little or no landscaping, thus,
little or no yard debris to divert. Those that do have landscaping contract the removal of yard
debris as part of the professional landscaping service fee. Mr. Fisher recommended that the cur-
rent ordinance be revised to remove the yard debris component from the required fee structure for
multi -family units. This would allow the haulers 'to construct a more accurate and comprehensive
rate structure as required by the Washington Utility Transportation Commission, while allowing
the managers/owners of multi -family units to contract with either a professional landscaping
company or their local hauler for yard debris disposal.
Councilmember Hall asked how this would affect the citizens' garbage bill. Mr. Fisher said he
did not know that at this time. Councilmember Hall noted that the TIP fee is escalating because
the recycling programs have become too successfully and there is not yet a strong market for
those recyclables.
Councilmember Nordquist arrived. (Councilmember Nordquist said he was late due to an extended
meeting with the Snohomish Health District, in which he is a representative).
Public Testimony
Eddie Westmoreland, Lynnwood Disposal, said he supports Mr. Fisher's recommendation as he feels
it would be a very equitable situation.
Councilmember Kasper asked Mr. Westmoreland how many people in Edmonds currently recycle, and Mr.
Westmoreland said approximately 70% for the mixed curb -side recyclables in the residential area.
Evelyn Nicholson, Sound Disposal, said she also supports Mr. Fisher's recommendation.
Council Discussion and Deliberation
COUNCILMEMBER DWYER MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER EARLING, TO APPROVE ORDINANCE 2901, WHICH
REMOVES THE YARD DEBRIS COMPONENT FROM THE REQUIRED FEE STRUCTURE FOR MULTI -FAMILY UNITS. MOTION
CARRIED with Councilmember Hall voting no because he does not know how it would affect garbage
rates.
WORK SESSION WITH APOGEE RESEARCH (BEN FRERICHS) ON ECONOMIC ANALYSIS FOR DOWNTOWN /WATERFRONT
STUDY
�11L Mr. Frerichs presented preliminary economics research findings to the Council relating to the
Cb N U 5. Waterfront/Downtown Plan. Mr. Frerichs's presentation included census information, ferry and
S� economic trends, results of the survey of downtown and waterfront businesses, and an economic
evaluation of three alternative ferry dock sites.
TD)0U%1't'�yc,�' Councilmember Kasper said the preliminary report did not include information on grade separa-
tions/crossings as the Council requested. Mr. Frerichs said he would include that in a future
w (� memo to the Council. Councilmember Kasper said safety —is key issue, and said the current location
d of the ferry provides a great safety hazard.
Councilmember Hall said he would like to see a report on the aesthetic value of having the ferry
remaining where it is.
As the Council had many concerns with the preliminary report, Mr. Frerichs said he would come
back to the Council in approximately two to three weeks with a revised preliminary report. Coun-
cilmembers were concerned that the information contained within the preliminary report might be
misinterpreted as a "stand alone" report, which in fact, it should be incorporated with the find-
ings of "MAKERS" as well as other crucial components.
PROGRESS REPORT ON AMERICAN DISABILITIES ACT IMPLEMENTATION
Brent Hunter, Personnel Manager, updated the Council on ADA implementation. Mr. Hunter referred
to the Agenda Memo and said the improvements listed do not include the Civic Center Complex,
which will be presented in the near future as part of the Space Needs Study. Mr. Hunter said he
would now like to suggest other funding sources other than the Building Maintenance 116 Fund in
1993. Mr. Hunter recommended the improvements for signage in all City buildings, Library improve -
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ments, Museum improvements, and Senior Center improvements be budgeted from the 325 Fund, (Capi-
tal Improvements Fund), and the Anderson Center improvements be funded from the 125 Fund (Park
Acquisition Fund). Mr. Hunter said this is not currently listed in the Preliminary Budget, and
noted that all work will be performed in-house.
Councilmember Kasper inquired on the balance of the 325 Fund, and Mr. Hunter replied
$3,455,000,000. It was noted that this amount -is designated for the construction of the Public
Works Facility, however, Art Housler, Administrative Services Supervisor said there is a balance
of approximately $150,000 after the construction of the Public Works Facility.
Council President Palmer said he is surprised that improvements for the Museum only call for a
door bell and threshold improvements, as there is no handicapped restrooms facilities, strobe
fire alarms, and door hardware and closures. Mr. Hunter said because of the close distance be-
tween the Museum and City offices, the Museum is not required to have those improvements. Mr.
Hunter said however, this is still under review.
Council President Palmer said he is not willing to utilize the 125 Fund for some of the improve-
ments, as other uses are already identified for that fund, and said he is also reluctant to re-
duce the 325 Fund which the Council just established another use for.
As this was an information item at this time only, Councilmember Dwyer suggested discussing it
further at the December 1 budget meeting.
Councilmember Kasper said the Emergency Fund is not a Financial Reserve Fund. Councilmember Kas-
per said the fund was set up for emergency purposes only. Councilmember Kasper said he does not
feel it is proper use of employees to have them perform all of the work. Tom King, Facilities
Maintenance Supervisor, said all of the work associated with the improvements can successfully be
performed by in-house employees and would not require additional staff or additional hours.
Mr. Housler clarified that the Emergency Fund was established in 1987.for the purpose of reserv-
ing money to offset projected decreased in State and Federal grants.
MAYOR
Mayor Hall referenced the "Fun -Run" last Saturday for the County Point Mental Health Group, in
which she officiated.
Mayor Hall noted the great success of the downtown Halloween festivities.
COUNCIL
Council President Palmer said the concern brought forth by Mr. Hovell fits under the category of
"nuisance permits" in which the Council has repeatedly asked Staff to address.
Councilmember Dwyer said he will be out of town on Saturday, November 7, and will not be able to
attend the Budget Workshop. Councilmember Dwyer requested tapes of the meeting be made available
in the Council Office on Sunday, November 8, so he may review them upon his return.
Councilmember Dwyer said he does not believe the Council is likely to get through a complete
review of the assumptions that go into the revenues in the budget on a single Saturday morning
session. Councilmember Dwyer feels additional time should be alotted up front on November 10 to
discuss revenue assumptions. Council President Palmer agreed and scheduled time on the November
10 agenda.
Councilmember Hall said he had at least 1500 people visit his business during the Halloween fes-
tivities.
Councilmember Nordquist said he would be out of town on Saturday, November 7, and will be unable
to attend the Budget Workshop.
Councilmember Petruzzi voiced his concern of the Mayor not attending the Snohomish County Tomor-
row Meeting on October 28, in light of the topics that were discussed that evening. Councilmember
Petruzzi said he is aware of the Mayor's busy schedule and asked her if it would help if another
person was designated to attend the meetings. Mayor Hall said there were extenuating circumstanc-
es in why she did not attend and said she is willing and able to attend the meetings.
Councilmember Earling discussed the Notice of Briefing that is taking place relating to the Draft
Regional System Plan and Draft EIS Statement on Friday, November 6, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. in
Lynnwood City Council Chambers.
A PERMANENT R�EC DING OF ALL COUNCIL MEETINGS, AS WELL AS THE OFFICIAL SIGNED COPY OF THESE MIN-
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CITY COUNCIL APPROVED MINUTES
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AGENDA
EDMONDS CITY COUNCIL
PLAZA MEETING ROOM - LIBRARY BUILDING
7:00 -10:00 p.m.
NOVEMBER 2, 1992
SPECIAL MONDAY MEETING DUE TO GENERAL ELECTION ON TUESDAY
CALL TO ORDER
FLAG SALUTE
1. (15 Min.) CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
(A) ROLL CALL
(B) APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF OCTOBER 27, 1992
(C) APPROVAL OF CLAIMS WARRANTS FOR WEEK OF OCTOBER 26, 1992
(D) ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES FROM EDITH J. BOITANO
($1,646.00), JANET M. STOVER ($75.00) AND HARVEY P. MADDOX ($306.11)
(E) ACCEPTANCE OF UTILITY EASEMENTS IN CONJUNCTION WITH L.I.D. 213 SANITARY
SEWER PROJECT
(F) ACCEPTANCE OF QUIT CLAIM DEED FOR RIGHT-OF-WAY DEDICATION FROM EDMONDS
BUILDING CO. AT 8514 218TH ST. S.W.
(G) REJECTION OF BIDS OPENED OCTOBER 5, 1992 FOR SEWER TV VAN AND
AUTHORIZATION TO REBID
2. AUDIENCE
3. (30 Min.) HEARING AND ADOPTION OF PROPOSED RECYCLING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT FOR
MULTI -FAMILY RESIDENCES (referred from August 4, 1992)
4. (60 Min.) WORK SESSION WITH APOGEE RESEARCH (BEN FRERICHS) ON ECONOMIC ANALYSIS
FOR DOWNTOWN/WATERFRONT STUDY
S. (15 Min.) PROGRESS REPORT ON AMERICAN DISABILITIES ACT IMPLEMENTATION
6. (5 Min.) MAYOR
7. (15 Min.) COUNCIL
THE PUBLIC IS INVITED TO ATTEND
PARKING AND MEETING ROOMS ARE ACCESSIBLE FOR THE DISABLED
(An Interpreter for the hearing impaired is available with 24 hours advance notice to the City Clerk at 771-0245)